User manual

Ventilation System

(Model CVE407 only)

The built-in ventilation system removes cooking vapors, odors and smoke from foods

preparedon the cooktop. Regular use of this system will insure a more comfortable and

less humidkitchen which is free of heavy cooking odors and fumes that normally create

a frequent need for cleaning and redecorating.

Using the Ventilation System

• To operate the ventiliation system, pushthe on/off switch located infront of the air

grille.

• Besides using the ventilation system to remove cooking vapors and fumes, it can

be used to cool baked pies, cakes or hot pans. To cool an item, set it on the air

grille andturn onthe fan. Theair being pulled over the itemwill quickly cool it. Be

careful not to cover the entire air grille or touch the fan control.

• The fan can be used to remove strong odors from the kitchen as when chopping

onions near the fan.

NOTE CVE407 OWNERS: The cooktop is designed with an automatic control

that may turn on the downdraft fan when large

cookpotsare usedforextended periodsonthe large

elements. The fan will shut off when the cooktop

has cooled down. For more information and to

avoid this in the future, refer to p.6.

Cleaning the Ventilation System

Air Grille: The air grille lifts off easily. Wipe clean or wash in sink with mild household

detergents _rclean in dishwasher.

__I i _ Filter: Turn off ventilation system before remov-

"_i ing. Turn filterretainerclipto removefilter. Thefilter

is a permanent type and should be cleaned when

soiled. Clean in sink with warm water and liquid

dishwashing detergent or in dishwasher.

IMPORTANT: DO NOTOPERATESYSTEM WITH-

l__ OUTFILTER'Filtershouldalwaysbeplacedatan

angle. As you face the front of the cooktop, the top

of the filter should rest against the left side. and the

bottom of filter should rest against the right side of

. . vent chamber at the bottom. (NOTE: If filter is flat

against the fan wall, ventilation effectiveness is

reduced.)

Ventilation Chamber: This area, which houses the filter, should be cleaned in the

event of spills or whenever it becomes coated with afilm of grease. May be cleaned with

paper towel, damp cloth, or sponge and mild household detergent or cleanser.